The document discusses CDSVAN, a digital audio conference system that offers an all-in-one solution combining audio sources and real-time audio processing using an open architecture. It has superior audio quality, broad functions, and integration capabilities. The system includes delegate units, interpreter control consoles, transmitters, converters, and other components to provide flexible solutions for conferences of any size.

1. CDSVAN is the first digital audio conference system to offer
a professional, all-in-one conference application solution. It
combines conference audio sources with audio processing in
real time using an open architecture. Its superior audio quality,
CDSVAN ® broad range of functions, and integration and networking
Comprehensive Digital Solution capabilities make CDSVAN the industry’s leading DSP based
conference system.
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Features It’s the experience that counts.
- Open-system architecture – maximum flexibility Brähler has already installed conference systems in
- Versatile use of connection structures (network topology) major international organisations and conference centres
- Unique, digital audio processing in real time, individual all over the world, e.g. the Inter-American Development
real-time adjustment of each individual microphone (EQ) Bank (IADB) in Washington D.C., the Kuala Lumpur Con-
- Natural-voice reproduction, no audio compression vention Centre (KLCC) in Malaysia, m:con Rosengarten,
- Extensive SW modules and control elements Mannheim, and the University of Heidelberg. CDSVAN
- Various identification options, with read-protected offers conference solutions for venues big and small,
chipcard, RFID or a combination of both such as the largest conference system ever built, for the
- Up to 32 audio channels available Great People Hall in Beijing, China, comprising almost
- All audio signals available in any format (AES-EBU, 10,000 units in one and the same system.
S/PDIF ADAT, ASIO, WAV, and analogue)
,
- Cutting-edge and versatile discussion, interpreting and Today’s conference applications are more complex and
voting options demanding than ever. CDSVAN delivers the ultimate
- Geographic display of seating arrangements, extended platform for all kinds of conference applications, from a
delegate data presentation (image integration) small number of delegates to events involving thousands,
- Digital voice recording, automatically and individually providing special control software for various control
for each attendee and / or each language levels. A compromise between audio quality and ease
- Server/client structure, remote control and mainte of use is no longer necessary. CDSVAN has an open
nance via IP protocol architecture which allows you to integrate additional
- Comprehensive database entries for each attendee digital and analogue systems of your choosing. Are you
(delegate) wondering whether third-party products will be compa-
- Multi-room management tible? No need to worry since there are more than
- Messenger call function and message handling enough analogue I/O’s. CDSVAN provides tremendous
- Password protection, various access levels flexibility and everything runs on the same shielded CAT
- Easy connection to video conference systems 5 cable.
- Automatic camera control
- Talk-time management with various options
- Customised adjustment of software and hardware to
meet requirements
For the interpreter team manager
- Control terminal (languages and channels)
- Management of local and global takeover
- Language recording option

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CDSVAN System Components CDSVAN Delegate Units MSI8V Compact Transmitter
We supply system solutions ... Digital interface for wireless infrared language distri-
Within the CDSVAN conference system, the digital bution, 8 channel transmitter with links to up to 32
Sounds better delegate unit DV9 serves as a microphone unit and channels with 8 XLR outputs.
In today’s world of DVDs and CDs, delegates expect bet- can transmit up to 32 language channels. Furthermore,
ter audio quality than ever before. CDSVAN’s real-time voting and evaluations are also possible via 5 illuminated MMX8 Mixing Console
audio processing provides the unique ability to process, keys. One of CDSVAN’s powerful SW mixing consoles for
route, and distribute audio signals from one centralised unique directed sound reinforcement.
location, with its broad range of preconfigured software Password protected chipcards enable the personal iden-
effect modules and mixing consoles. tification of participants, e.g. for name administration B8 AD / DA Converter, 8 channel
and managing lists of speakers. In developing the DV9 CDSVAN’s interface to the analogue world, e.g. for
CDSVAN is equipped with a full set of virtual audio unit, the focus was on ease of use and ergonomic keys. PA systems or press distribution. Mic and Line level
devices. These devices give you the tools to create real- The black/silver housing is made of impact-resistant input/phantom power.
time pristine audio quality. To name only a few outstand- plastic and has a “silver” anodised aluminum control
ing CDSVAN features, you have the full capability of panel. If desired, the upper part of the housing and the PDU15 Power / Data Signal Distributor
adjusting each delegate microphone to suit the ambient control panel can be supplied in other colours. Giving The PDU15 unit is easily connected to a CDSVAN
acoustics and/or the speaker’s voice, the superb sound the equipment a personal finish or adapting it to match system branch, delivering four independent outputs to
quality of a targeted directional sound system, and last your interior design features is hence relatively simple. connect either four delegate units or four interpreter
but not least the ability to split and combine various rooms Additional inscription variants are possible in all consoles. If a conference unit is replaced for any reason,
via software without the need for any cable patching. languages. all the other units connected in that branch and system
will remain fully functional.
… not merely individual products. Naturally the microphone unit is also available as a chair-
person unit (PV9) with a Chairman Priority function and
as a dual delegate unit. Due to its customisable control
panel, comprising up to 20 buttons, the unit can always
be allocated special functions to meet your individual
requirements.
CDSVAN also allows the implementation of any custo-
mised built-in solution. As a result the system can be
fully integrated into the overall concept of any venue,
interacting intelligently with that venue’s technology. An
example of this is our CDSVAN RFID technology, which
ensures control over both the conference system and
any other registration point as a comprehensive system
solution.
Chairman Unit

3. DOLV is a digital interpreter control console for a single interpreter
and features a modern and sophisticated design with EU interpreter
approval. Its clearly arranged controls, its large, bright display and
DOLV illuminated buttons allow straightforward and intuitive operation.
CDSVAN Digital All common (mono and stereo) headphones are easily connected
to the console, allowing various microphone types and hence
Interpreter Control Console guaranteeing maximum ease of use for the interpreter. The DOLV
console also allows the use of headsets and complies with inter-
national standards IEC 914.
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The DOLV interpreter console for up to 32 channels
boasts many attractive features:
All languages …
Monitoring … all functions
Loudspeaker with integrated channel selector for mo-
nitoring all languages. The loudspeaker is automatically
muted when a DOLV in one of the interpreter booths
goes live.
Listening and relay channels
Up to 5 separate relay channels can be set up in com-
bination with the source language to meet the require-
ments of different conference situations. All used
channels are clearly indicated in the console’s display.
Speaking
- Up to three outgoing channels (A/B/C)
- Microphone ON/OFF and Mute functions
Additional features
- Message signal for incoming messages is shown
on the display
- Operator and/or Chairman call
- “Speak slowly” function
- Help call via original floor channel
- Repeat to relisten to the last sentence
(exclusive to Brähler)
- Braille engraving
- Adjustable viewing angle (25/35 degrees)
CDSVAN software provides various modes
- Interpreter overview
- Active take-over
- Auto Floor/relay
- Save/load presets for different configurations
- Local and central console pre-configuration